Access to Health Zambia, 20 Msuzi Road, Lusaka (2026)

28/05/2026

📍 CHAMPS Lusaka Project Semi-Annual Stakeholders Data Review Meeting

Access to Health Zambia is currently conducting a one-day Children and Mothers Partnership (CHAMPS) Lusaka Project Semi-Annual Stakeholders Data Review Meeting, opened by Technical Director Mr. Songiso Hamusonde.

Mr. Hamusonde emphasized the importance of collaboration and collective action in strengthening CHAMPS programming and improving health outcomes for mothers, newborns and children.

The meeting brings together key stakeholders including the Ministry of Health, healthcare workers and Safe Motherhood Action Groups to assess progress made under the CHAMPS Lusaka Project, share experiences from implementation, identify gaps and define priority actions to further improve maternal, newborn and child health outcomes.

Since the launch of CHAMPS Lusaka in 2024 in Kanyama, the project has recorded key milestones, including:
✔️ Training and deployment of 44 community volunteers
✔️ Integration of mental health screening and referral into Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health services
✔️ Nutrition support through cooking demonstrations and growth monitoring
✔️ Reduction in neonatal deaths from 37 (2023) to 16 (2024) and 11 (2025)
✔️ Zero neonatal deaths reported as of March 2026
✔️ 100% postnatal care coverage within 48 hours

Building on these achievements, Access to Health Zambia recognizes that collaboration, continuous learning and evidence-based review are essential for improving maternal, newborn and child health outcomes.
In line with this, the meeting focuses on translating evidence and lessons learned into action by strengthening outreach services, improving early antenatal care attendance, enhancing mental health follow-up systems and supporting health facilities with lifesaving equipment.

We are grateful to the Ministry of Health Zambia, Healthcare Workers, Safe Motherhood Action Groups and our funding partner CMMB for the continued collaboration and commitment to improving the health and well-being of mothers, newborns and children.

24/05/2026

Access to Health Zambia, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, has concluded a 5-day training on palliative care (specialized medical care focused on improving the quality of life for people living with illnesses such as lung cancer and other chronic diseases).

The training, held in Kabwe from 20th to 24th May 2026 under the Multinational Lung Cancer Control Project, brought together 30 healthcare workers and 12 community health workers from the Cancer Diseases Hospital, Kabwe Central Hospital and Makululu Urban Clinic.

Facilitated by palliative care experts, the sessions covered key areas including pain management, models of palliative care, effective communication, ethical considerations in care delivery, psychosocial support and end-of-life care.

The training was highly participatory and engaging, with commitment from both participants and hospital management to developed and strengthen palliative care teams in their respective facilities, aimed at improving teamwork and the delivery of better care for patients and their families.

Together, we are strengthening health care services that place dignity and compassion at the centre of patient care.

22/05/2026

A well-stocked health facility means hope for every patient who walks through its doors. 💊

At Access to Health Zambia, through our Access to Medicines donation Programme, we are helping improve the availability and management of essential medicines to ensure communities receive timely and quality healthcare services.

When medicine is within reach, communities don’t just survive, they thrive.

19/05/2026

As we continue commemorating Mental Health awareness month, we want to raise awareness about Postpartum Depression and the importance of supporting mothers during the postpartum journey.

Postpartum depression is more than temporary mood changes. It is a serious condition that can affect a mother’s emotional well-being, energy levels, thoughts and ability to manage daily life. It may include feelings of sadness, anxiety, exhaustion, withdrawal or hopelessness.

For example, in our communities, a new mother may look well after childbirth but quietly struggle with feelings of sadness, fatigue and emotional distress and may withdraw from interacting or bonding with her baby. This could be a sign that she is experiencing postpartum depression and needs understanding, support and professional help.

This Mental Health awareness month lets encourage mothers to speak up and seek help without fear or shame.

We all have a role to play in promoting maternal mental health by:
✅Checking in on new mothers
✅ Helping with household chores and daily responsibilities
✅ Encouraging professional mental health support
✅ Reducing stigma around postpartum depression
✅ Creating environments where mothers feel loved and supported
✅ Linking mothers to health facilities and support groups when needed

A healthy mother contributes to a healthy family and a healthier community.

17/05/2026

Every child deserves to grow up in an environment that is safe, supportive and free from harm.

Churches and religious spaces are among the key institutions that play a critical role in shaping communities and positively influencing the lives of children spiritually, emotionally and socially.

Recognizing the important role of religious institutions, Access to Health Zambia (A2HealthZ) is today conducting a Child Protection and Safeguarding orientation for church leaders and pastors who work closely with children at the Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Church leadership seminar in Lusaka.

The orientation, facilitated by Watson S. Mwandileya, A2HealthZ Programs Officer – Child Protection and Health is aimed at equipping leaders within the SDA Church children’s leadership structure with practical knowledge and measures to help create safer environments where children can learn, worship and thrive without fear of abuse, neglect or exploitation.

Key topics being discussed include:
• Child protection and safeguarding practices
• Child protection response mechanisms
• Reporting pathways
• Safe communication with children
• Professional boundaries
• Establishing and enforcing zero-tolerance policies against abuse and exploitation within faith institutions

Let us work together to protect children in every space; homes, communities, schools and churches.

16/05/2026

Early detection remains one of the most effective ways to improve lung cancer outcomes and save lives.
In response to this need, Access to Health Zambia through the Multinational Lung Cancer Control Project formed lung cancer multidisciplinary teams in Lusaka and Kabwe to strengthen lung cancer detection and diagnosis.

From 11th to 15th May 2026, the Lusaka team conducted a diagnostic capacity-strengthening and capacity-building exercise, visiting one health facility per day. The exercise was conducted at Chilenje, Chawama, Kanyama and Matero Level 1 Hospitals.

The exercise aimed to enhance early detection and improve the quality of lung cancer diagnosis through strengthened clinical skills, improved coordination among health workers and better use of available diagnostic tools at primary healthcare level.

Through hands-on mentorship, case reviews and collaborative learning sessions, the team worked closely with healthcare providers to reinforce effective screening, timely referral systems and improved patient management pathways.

We all have a role to play in combating lung cancer by going for screening and encouraging our families, friends and communities to go for regular screening and testing.

Early detection of lung cancer saves lives.

15/05/2026

Today, Access to Health Zambia (A2HealthZ) handed over Information Technology equipment (5 tablets and 5 laptops) to support the Zambia National Cancer Registry under the Multinational Lung Cancer Control Project being implemented in Kabwe and Ndola.

Speaking during the handover ceremony, the Permanent Secretary – Technical Services at the Ministry of Health Zambia, Dr. Kennedy Lishimpi, highlighted the importance of strong health information systems in improving cancer prevention, early detection, diagnosis and surveillance in Zambia.

He noted that timely and reliable data is essential for informed decision-making and effective planning within the health sector. He further emphasized that the fight against cancer requires strong partnerships across sectors.

Speaking on behalf of Access to Health Zambia (A2HealthZ), CEO Mrs. Batuke Walusiku-Mwewa highlighted the importance of strengthening health systems as a critical driver of improved health outcomes, emphasizing that, “improving health outcomes begins with strengthening the systems that support healthcare workers and communities. This is why we are here today.”

She reaffirmed A2HealthZ’s commitment to supporting Government efforts in strengthening health systems and improving access to quality healthcare services, particularly for underserved communities across Zambia.

Since the launch of the project in September 2024, implemented by A2HealthZ in partnership with Zambart and with support from the Bristol Myers Squibb, key achievements include:

✅ Over 39,000 people reached with cancer health education
✅ 25 Community Health Workers trained to identify and refer suspected cancer cases
✅ Multidisciplinary specialist teams established in Lusaka and Kabwe
✅ Healthcare workers trained to improve diagnostic capacity in Lusaka, Ndola, and Kabwe
✅ National Lung Cancer Management Guidelines, being developed in partnership with the Ministry of Health

15/05/2026

Today we join the world in celebrating the power of family and the vital role families play in shaping our communities, our wellbeing and our future.

Through our Kusamala Project’s 'Keeping Children in Families' initiative, we work to prevent and respond family separation by reintegrating children from childcare facilities back into their families and empowering caregivers to create safe, stable and nurturing homes where every child can grow and thrive.

. Wishing every family happiness, unity and countless beautiful moments together.

14/05/2026

Yesterday, Access to Health Zambia joined the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services at the launch of the “Mwana ni Munthu” Campaign and the Social Behaviour Change Plan for Child Protection aimed at strengthening child protection systems and ending violence against children.

The campaign, launched by the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services, Zambia in partnership with Unicef Zambia, reinforces the importance of ensuring that every child grows up in a safe, stable, and nurturing family and community environment where they can receive protection, guidance, care and emotional support.

The launch also introduced key child protection frameworks, including the National Care Reform Strategy, Intensive Family Support Guidelines, Revised Alternative Care and Reintegration Guidelines, and the Revised Minimum Standards for Child Care Facilities.

During the event, the Minister of Community Development and Social Services, Ms. Mwamba, visited our exhibition stand, where we shared key programmatic interventions such as positive parenting and the Men Taking Action and highlighted our commitment to strengthening child protection systems through community-based approaches.

At Access to Health Zambia, child protection is a cross-cutting priority in all our interventions, and we believe children thrive best when families and communities are empowered to provide love, protection and opportunities for growth

Together, we can build safer, stronger and more nurturing communities for every child because .

12/05/2026

to all the incredible nurses out there!
Your kindness, sacrifice, dedication and commitment to improving the lives of others do not go unnoticed.

Zikomo kwambiri (thank you) for all that you do. We honor and appreciate you today and always 🙏

11/05/2026

As we continue to observe , let us encourage a culture where people feel safe to talk, seek help and support one another without fear or shame.
Every conversation, every act of kindness and every moment of support matters.

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